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Review: WAITRESS, King's Theatre

Review: WAITRESS, King's Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 6, 2026

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the …

Review: FUTURE ACTS, National Theatre of Scotland

Review: FUTURE ACTS, National Theatre of Scotland

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 5, 2026

National Theatre of Scotland has joined forces once more with BBC Scotland to create a special hybrid project focused on the future, created by a team of leading Scottish theatre-makers, filmmakers, actors and artists.…

Review: DO NOT PASS GO, Platform Glasgow

Review: DO NOT PASS GO, Platform Glasgow

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 4, 2026

Award-winning theatre company Jordan & Skinner bring their original and irreverent style of physical theatre and comedy to this epic story of women, games and money. All performances are performed in BSL and English.…

Review: TRISTAN & YSEULT, Citizens Theatre

Review: TRISTAN & YSEULT, Citizens Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 4, 2026

Experience the original, critically acclaimed production of Tristan & Yseult – one of the most influential theatre productions of the 21st century. Adapted and directed by Emma Rice, this iconic show returns to the UK for the first time in ten years, offering a rare chance to encounter a modern ma…

Review: WHAUR'S YER WULLIE SHAKESPEARE NOO? Oran Mor

Review: WHAUR'S YER WULLIE SHAKESPEARE NOO? Oran Mor

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 3, 2026

Whaur’s Yer Wullie Shakespeare Noo? is a new Scots comedy by PPP's Artistic Director Brian Logan that playfully re-imagines the events around this infamous staging, and asks whether any decent person should be seen dead in the theatre!…

Review: ANTIGONE, Tron Theatre

Review: ANTIGONE, Tron Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · September 22, 2026

The battle has been won; the soldiers have returned victorious and the dead have been buried. But not all of them. Antigone’s brother has been deemed a traitor and must be punished, even in death.…

Review: FEEL GOOD, Òran Mór

Review: FEEL GOOD, Òran Mór

by Natalie O'Donoghue · September 20, 2026

Henry never expected his first girlfriend, Liz, to turn up at his flat. Especially not as a sex robot.…

Review: SIX, Festival Theatre

Review: SIX, Festival Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · September 16, 2026

From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.…

Review: TRANSPARENT, Oran Mor

Review: TRANSPARENT, Oran Mor

by Natalie O'Donoghue · September 12, 2026

Barry feels like he’s slowly fading into the background of his own life. Clare, after a recent loss, feels like she’s unravelling in hers. A chance encounter in a crowded bar means they both end up on a night out together, where sparks fly. Will they both see what’s right in front of them? …

Review: EMERGENCE, Theatre Royal

Review: EMERGENCE, Theatre Royal

by Natalie O'Donoghue · September 11, 2026

Enter a mesmerising underworld where human-kind dissolves into something altogether more elemental.…

Past Shows

A Trial - after An Enemy of the People

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

A Trial - after An Enemy of the People presents a modern continuation of Henrik Ibsen's classic, directed by Christiane Jatahy. Starring Golden Globe-winning actor Wagner Moura, the play explores themes of authoritarianism and public judgment within a contemporary Brazilian...

Al-Sirah Al-Hilaliyyah

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

Al-Sirah Al-Hilaliyyah is a reimagining of a legendary 14th-century epic poem, brought to life through physical theatre and live music by Khashabi Theatre. The performance melds Palestinian folklore with Arab performance styles, aiming to preserve this at-risk narrative. With...

All Rise

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

All Rise is a thematic centerpiece of the 2026 Edinburgh International Festival, running from August 7 to August 30. Under the direction of violinist Nicola Benedetti, the festival celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence with a diverse program featuring over...

Angels in America

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

Internationaal Theater Amsterdam presents a powerful production of Tony Kushner's Angels in America at the Edinburgh International Festival. This acclaimed adaptation, directed by Ivo van Hove, intricately explores themes surrounding the AIDS crisis during a pivotal moment in...

Clown Show

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

Clown Show, directed by Geoff Sobelle, presents a contemporary, darkly satirical exploration of the American Dream, featuring a cast of clowns alongside a live band that performs an original score. Set against the backdrop of a falling-apart circus, Sobelle's work critiques the...

HANG TIME

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

HANG TIME is a subversive play directed by Zora Howard that addresses the legacy of racialized violence in America. Set in a haunting liminal space, it follows three Black men as they navigate themes of love, loss, and the interruptions that shape their lives. The production...

The Seagull

Aug 7 – Aug 30, 2026

The Seagull, a reimagining of Anton Chekhov's classic, will be presented by Olympique Dramatique at the Edinburgh International Festival. This unique adaptation utilizes Flemish Sign Language, featuring a cast that includes both Deaf and hearing actors, exploring the depths of...

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